THE SACRAMENT OF
RECONCILIATION
The forgiveness of sins committed after Baptism is conferred by a particular sacrament called the sacrament of conversion, confession, penance, or reconciliation.
(Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1486)
WEEKLY CONFESSION TIMES
Tuesday to Thursday 6:00 pm
at St Raphael's Church
Saturday 10:00 am on the 2nd Saturday of the month at St Gregory's Church​
FIRST RECONCILIATION
WHEN CAN MY CHILD RECEIVE THEIR FIRST RECONCILIATION?
Children celebrate this sacrament for the first time in Year 3. If your child is older, they are also welcome to join the sacramental program.
It is recommended that they receive the sacrament regularly after their first Reconciliation.
Your child must be baptised as a Catholic to receive the sacrament.​
PREPARATION
In order to receive the sacrament for the first time, parents and children must attend all Masses and formation sessions.
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Registrations for 2026 are now being accepted via the Qkr! App. Closing date for enrolment is 23 February 2026.
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​Held after 5:30pn Mass in St. Raphael's Church:
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Wednesday 25 February (Parent/carer information and 1st class for children)
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Wednesday 4 March (2nd class for children)
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Wednesday 11 March (3rd class for children)
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Wednesday 18 March (4th class for children and rehearsal)
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Sacrament Celebration Wednesday 25 March 2026 following Mass at 5:30 pm St Raphael’s Church (all children).